Tips to Prepare for a Child Custody Dispute
When you are separating or divorcing in New Mexico and kids are involved, it’s likely they are your top concern. If you expect your divorce to be particularly difficult, there is a chance you may end up disagreeing with your spouse over the custody terms. While what is best for your children overall should be […]
June 26, 2019
How Parental Rights Terminations Work
Termination of parental rights in New Mexico is very serious, whether the court is taking the rights away or a person is giving them up on their own. In a parent-child relationship, biological parents have an inherent set of responsibilities and rights regarding those kids. If these responsibilities aren’t being upheld, the court could terminate […]
June 19, 2019
Mistakes to Avoid During Your Divorce
When you’re considering a New Mexico divorce, it can be difficult to factor in all the angles involved. Between the legal aspects and all the emotion divorce often brings to the surface, many people end up making mistakes during the proceedings that cost them down the line. While you may be well aware of some […]
June 14, 2019
What You Should Consider During Your Separation
Many people talk about divorce and what ultimately often comes with it, but the issue of separation is often overlooked. Deciding to separate from your partner isn’t an easy choice to make, and it can be tough to figure out what to do next once you’ve chosen to do so. If you and your partner […]
June 11, 2019
Rebuilding Your Credit If You've Filed for Bankruptcy Post-Divorce
Divorce and the events leading up to it can cause real damage to a person’s credit and financial state. As a result, many people end up having to file for bankruptcy either during or after divorce. Although this can seem terrible at the time since it will impact your credit history and score for up […]
June 8, 2019
Creating a 50/50 Co-Parenting Schedule
When you are getting divorced in New Mexico and children are involved, handling the physical custody of the children is often one of the biggest questions. Physical custody refers to with which parent the child will live and the parenting schedule that will be followed. This is not the same as legal custody, which addresses […]
June 5, 2019
Child Custody Considerations for Parents Moving out of State After a Divorce
Deciding to move somewhere out of state with your kids is a big decision, particularly if you are no longer with the other parent of the children. You may want to move because of a prospective job, a lower living cost, to be closer to other family members, or just because you want a change […]
May 22, 2019
Steps You Should Take Before Formally Filing for Divorce
When you decide to divorce in New Mexico, it can be tough to tell what you should do next. Many people’s first instinct is to file in court right away, but if you take some steps before you file–or your spouse does–you can help prepare yourself for the proceedings and protect your interests. While it […]
May 20, 2019
Things to Consider on Social Media During Your Divorce
Divorce brings up a lot of emotions, which is why a lot of people go right to the easiest outlet they have access to so they can vent: social media. While social media is great for many things, it can prove to be dangerous and damaging in a divorce. As you go through your divorce, […]
May 17, 2019
Important Co-Parenting Tips
Going through a divorce or separation is a difficult time in a person’s life, and it becomes even more complex when kids are involved. Working with your co-parent to raise stable, happy and healthy children is an obvious goal that can seem like a daunting task. It is, however, entirely doable, especially when you keep […]
May 13, 2019